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Phrasal Verbs Using 'Together', 'Against', 'Apart', & others - Performing an Action (Of & Between)

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Phrasal Verbs With 'Together', 'Against', 'Apart', & others
to admit of

to let something happen or exist

Ex: The flexible schedule of this job admits of a good work-life balance. 
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to become of

to ask about what has happened or will happen to someone or something

Ex: I dread to think what will become of them if they lose their home. 
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to consist of

to be formed from particular parts or things

Ex: The salad consists of fresh greens, tomatoes, and a zesty vinaigrette. 
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to deprive of

to take away or deny someone or something the possession or enjoyment of a particular thing

Ex: The harsh punishment sought to deprive the convict of freedom for an extended period. 
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to give of

to selflessly contribute one's time, energy, etc. to a task or cause, typically for the benefit of others or a greater purpose

Ex: She's always willing to give of her time to volunteer at the local shelter. 
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to hear of

to know about somebody or something because one has received information or news about them

Ex: Have you heard of the recent company merger? It's making headlines. 
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to know of

to be aware of someone or something and have some information about them, although the knowledge may be limited

Ex: I know of a good restaurant in the city, but I haven't been there myself. 
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to speak of

to indicate, foretell, or suggest something

Ex: The old, creaking floorboards spoke of the age and history of the abandoned mansion. 
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to think of

to acknowledge a specific concept, suggestion, or factor

Ex: Always think of your health when making lifestyle choices. 
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to come between

to be a cause or source of division or conflict between two or more parties

Ex: Religious differences can come between people of different faiths. 
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to sandwich between

to be in a confined area with little space between two objects or individuals

Ex: I felt sandwiched between two large suitcases in the crowded bus. 
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